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Sopranos Party
I am doing a Sopranos themed party on Saturday for good friends of mine. I thought I would show you a menu as a teaser. I will post photos, if they aren’t to risque on Monday. My cousin Jeff helped me figure this all out, since I had never seen the Sopranos. I am only […]
Continue ReadingAcron Squash – A Taste of Autumn
There is nothing more autumnal than an acorn squash. They are loaded with vitamins, cheap and delicious. I love to stuff them with sausages, peas, green onions, butter and some seasoning. You can microwave them or bake them in a little water cut side down until tender. There is a sticker on the squash with […]
Continue ReadingShredded Brussels Sprouts
My Sly Side Let’s face it; most people don’t like Brussels sprouts. Also, most people do not know how to spell Brussels sprouts. I happen to like them and also know how to spell it. I will just pause now to pat myself on the back! Now that Thanksgiving (my least favorite meal to cook) […]
Continue ReadingArancini with Fontina
Rice Balls Rock! I have been deeply involved in developing a menu for a very important dinner for a very good friend of mine. It’s to celebrate his birthday and the theme is the Sopranos. I will blog about the entire party once it has transpired, as long as I don’t get “bumped off”. For the […]
Continue ReadingIt’s an Affectation
What’s up with miniature wine carafes being served next to my glass of wine? – a “just-for-you” diminutive decanter. Why? The trend has been going on for awhile now to bring you a mini-carafe and an empty glass to the table when ordering wines by the glass. Are you supposed to feel like you are […]
Continue ReadingPappa al Pomodoro
Under the Harvest Moon My husband and I were invited to an amazing “Under the Harvest Moon” wine tasting dinner the other night. It was held at a beautiful house in La Canada, California. It was one of the first real chilly evenings here. There was a long table set for 30 people on the […]
Continue ReadingDutch Baby Pancake
Come on Baby, Make Me Some Dutch Pancakes! I don’t know why, but I was craving Dutch Baby Pancakes last weekend. My mohter-in-law used to make these a lot. My family is crazy for anything with lemon, so I thought they would like this for breakfast. A Dutch baby pancake, sometimes called a German pancake, is […]
Continue ReadingRed Wine Reduction Sauce
Sauce Me Up! My friend, Shannon, wants to know how to make a simple sauce to go with meat. There are basically 5 “mother” sauces in French cuisine that were catagorized in the late 1800’s by French chef, Auguste Escoffier. He developed a classification system for the “mother” sauces. With the lack of refrigeration, sauces […]
Continue ReadingOde to October
Boo hoo, cry me a river, build a bridge and get over it! October is the best month of the year. It is my favorite or should I say preferred month. I got married in October because I love it. The weather is meant to be perfect, sweaters come out, stew gets made, etc… Unfortunately, Southern […]
Continue ReadingOpa! Chicken Burgers
Think Outside the Bun! This is along the lines of the previously posted Chow Mein Burger, though using ground chicken instead of Turkey. It’s a delicious and healthy take on your average burger. This is served with a refreshing Tzatziki and guess what! It’s made with Greek Yogurt! Enjoy. See recipe below. Opa! Chicken Burgers Serves […]
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